Question 661

The guide describes both the 'rule of law' (the law applies to everyone) and 'due process' (the government must respect legal rights). How do these two principles relate to each other regarding government actions?

  1. AThey are unrelated principles
  2. BDue process is an application of the rule of law
  3. CThey apply only to citizens
  4. DThe rule of law applies only to police
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: B) Due process is an application of the rule of law

Explanation

The rule of law means everyone, including the government, must follow the law. Due process is a key legal rule the government must follow. Therefore, requiring the government to provide due process is an application of the rule of law.

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